GENESEE COUNTY/Stranger Things, Power And Grace take Batavia features

By Tim Bojarski for Batavia Downs (Photos courtesy of Wendy J. Lowery) Batavia, NY — A pair of $13,500 Open Handicaps – one on the pace and one on the trot – highlighted the Saturday (Aug. 3) night card at Batavia Downs and both events provided exciting finishes.  In the …

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BATAVIA/City of Batavia Police Department annual Community Night Event to be held on August 5th at the McCarthy Ice Arena

Batavia Downs and Upstate Niagara/O-AT-KA Milk Products Diamond Sponsors with all sponsor proceeds going to support the K-9 Press release BATAVIA, NY – The City of Batavia Police Department announced that the annual Community Night will take place on Monday, August 5th from 5:30 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. at the …

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GENESEE COUNTY/Batavia Downs announces final outdoor show on August 16th will have free General Admission

Press release BATAVIA – Batavia Downs Gaming & Hotel has announced that as part of OTB’s 50th Anniversary Celebration, the corporation will be making the Tommy DeCarlo, Jason Sheff and August Zadra concert, taking place on August 16th, a show with free General Admission Tickets.  Those wishing to attend the concert can pick …

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GENESEE COUNTY/Rochester man charged after lengthy high-speed pursuit

Edward D. Grant III, 28, of Rochester, NY, is charged with reckless endangerment 1st degree, unlawful fleeing a police officer in a motor vehicle 3rd degree, aggravated unlicensed operation 2nd degree, reckless driving, speed exceeding 55mph, and many other Vehicle and Traffic Law violations, after fleeing from a traffic stop …

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Batavia High School Class of 1984 Reunites for 40th Anniversary Celebration

Press release Batavia, NY – [July 15, 2024] – The Batavia High School Class of 1984 is thrilled to announcetheir 40th reunion celebration! Mark your calendars for an evening filled with memories, laughter,and fun on Saturday, August 24th, 5pm-10pm.Mingle and Reconnect with Old FriendsAlumni and guests are invited to gather …

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GENESEE COUNTY/Spartans lose, 36-14, to unbeaten Lockport; ‘Youth Football Night’ at home this Saturday

By Mike PettinellaGenesee County Spartans The undefeated Lockport Wildcats had an un-Fair advantage on Saturday night on their way to defeating the visiting Genesee County Spartans, 36-14, in Northeastern Football Alliance semipro action. Veteran quarterback Willie Fair II passed for four touchdowns and ran for another TD to lead the …

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